Why Women Should Embrace the “Man Cave”

Do you have a “man cave” in your house? Think about it. Man caves can take on many different shapes such as a garage, workshop, or den.  Perhaps it is the recliner, remote and television combination or even the computer.  One woman recently told me her husband just got a portable man cave in the…

Do something fun: Busy Woman’s Guide to Stress Management

When was the last time you did something fun? Something silly, out of character, or just plain goofy? I watched my husband and daughter have a “hat fight” at the mall recently. After whacking each other with their baseball caps for a while, Gracie declared, “Bad parenting!” and laughed wildly (so did Clay!) Laughter is…

Say No and Jump In!

Finding life to harried to do the things you enjoy or spend time with the people you love? The Queen of Adultitis Prevention and new mom Kim Kotecki posted an article about the challenges of balancing 6-month-old Lucy and the demands of the outside world. It’s a common problem – there is always something you…

April Fools, Blue Pancakes & A Gorilla Suit!

April Fools’ Day continues to be a big hit in the Greene household! I knew we were in trouble when Clay started laughing to himself in the car last weekend. Yes, he’d thought of an idea so fun – he’d cracked himself up! So, it turns out you can order a Gorilla costume from Target…

Protecting “Me Time” and Your Heart: Busy Woman’s Guide

Allowing your body to catch up with all you ask it to do is important! Recharging is essential, but sometimes it is difficult to get the time you need. Protecting your “Me Time” is important! Our family recently took a sailing vacation in the British Virgin Islands. It was wonderful to leave the cold of…

Beat Back-to-School Stress: Smell The Apples

Everyone has heard “stop and smell the roses”, but at back-to-school time I think it is time to “Stop and Smell (or taste) the Apples!” Anyone with kids has experienced the bittersweet moment of dropping them off at school on the first day.   A new school year is exciting, but the stress of new schedules…